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15 th Annual Pirate Parade

Well, maties, we did it again! Thank you to all who come out on the lake and all who cheer on the Parade from the shores of Little Sebago! We well exceeded the number of ships out there this year from previous years. Not as many big masted ships but plenty of small vessels loaded with just as much energy and enthusiasm! There were a few mishaps this year and we need to be mindful of safety and use care not to swamp the boats around you. The waves from the hundreds of boats out there create a situation that is not one that we are accustomed to dealing with and we need to be extra cautious. Please place your first focus on safety and then on fun. Be mindful of everyone around you.

There are a great group of Pirates who want to experience those rough seas and soaking battles and there are another wonderful group who would like to enjoy dressing up and enjoying the experience of the parade in a less rowdy manner. We likely will try an earlier start next year for those Pirates who wish to evade those rough seas. Then, the others can follow along behind and battle away. This will allow the smaller boats to parade ahead of the waves and still be a valuable part of an exciting Pirate experience! One thing is certain. The Pirate Parade event continues to show the energy of the Little Sebago Lake patrons and I’m sure the event will continue for many years to come. Cap’n Sully

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